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Patent Agent - Small Corporation - Cambridge, Mass.

Job Type:

Full time

Company/Firm:

Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Location:

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Date posted:

08/27/10

Salary:

Salary dependent on experience

Job Description:

Infinity Pharmaceuticals Inc. is an innovative cancer drug discovery and development company that is seeking to leverage its strength in small molecule drug technologies to discover, develop, and deliver to patients first-in-class or best-in-class medicines for the treatment of cancer and related conditions.

Infinity is seeking a Patent Agent with 3-5 years experience to join its dynamic legal team. This person will be a critical member of the organization and will work with a variety of cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to build and maintain a strong intellectual property portfolio in support of the companys drug discovery and development efforts. The role will also involve exposure to a broad range of non-patent legal issues and require the development of independent partnerships with senior scientific and business management.

Requirements: Advanced degree in chemistry (organic chemistry preferred); Bachelors Degree in chemistry with 3-5 years of lab experience will be considered Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) At least 3 years of experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications in the pharmaceutical field

Technical Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong advocacy skills Ability to work with people at different management levels within the company Comprehensive knowledge of chemistry and working understanding of molecular biology Current knowledge of emerging trends in patent law, with emphasis on pharmaceuticals Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Understanding of budget implications of patent decisions, especially foreign filing decisions Ability to work well under tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality